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Microaggressions Learning Series

This series focuses on the sensitive but important subject of microaggressions. Our goal is to promote awareness, comprehension, and meaningful conversation about the subtle, frequently inadvertent forms of prejudice that might arise in our day-to-day encounters.

Microaggressions in the Classroom

Review the Recognizing and Responding to Microaggression presentation along with the video.

Microaggressions can spread without people realizing that they are passing them on.

Why do Microaggressions Matter?

Read "Microaggressions trilogy: Part 1. Why do microaggressions matter?" by Ronald Berk.

How to Talk about Microaggressions

Podcast on "Microaggressions Are a Big Deal: How to Talk Them out and When to Walk Away" by NPR.

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Combating Microaggressions

Read "Am I Overreacting?” Understanding and Combating Microaggressions" by Jennifer Crandall and Gina A. Garcia.

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Racial Microaggressions

Listen to "Racial Microaggressions & Political Correctness" by Derald Wing Sue and Miguel Gallardo.

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How to Respond to Microaggressions

Read "How to Respond to Microaggressions" by Kristen Rogers.